Research shows that both the infant and the mother benefits from breastfeeding. Breastfeeding provides the child with necessary nutrients and helps the mother in burning excess calories in their body and it also reduces uterine bleeding. Sore nipples or cracked nipples may cause difficulties in breastfeeding. Knowing the best way to feed your baby may reduce this. The section will give detailed information about the importance of breastfeeding to both the mother and the child as well as the right breastfeeding positions.